U3: L2: Water Flashcards
1
Q
97% of earth’s water is…
A
in the ocean (salty water)
2
Q
3% of earth’s water is…
A
fresh water
3
Q
1% of earth’s water is…
A
surface water
4
Q
69% of earth’s water is…
A
frozen ice caps
5
Q
What is water used for?
A
Agriculture
Industry and energy
Domestic
6
Q
Define physical water scarcity -
A
Not enough water to meet everyone’s needs
7
Q
Define economic water scarcity -
A
Can’t afford the infastructure to access the water
